Dubai:Dubai AI Festival 2026, organized by Dubai AI Campus at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), is set to unite global policymakers, technology leaders, investors, founders, and innovators to explore the key forces shaping the future of artificial intelligence. The third edition of the event, taking place on 26 and 27 October 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, is organized in partnership with the Office of the UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications.

According to Emirates News Agency, the Festival is held under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai. It supports Dubai's aim to enhance its status as a global center for innovation, technology, and the digital economy. The theme, "Where Intelligence Meets Opportunity," will focus on how AI is transforming industries and reshaping the global economy.

Arif Amiri, Chief Executive Officer of DIFC Authority, emphasized the significance of AI as a driver of economic growth and competitiveness in the global economy. The Festival will bring together key stakeholders from the AI ecosystem to discuss important topics such as global AI governance, enterprise transformation, and the future of work.

Over two days, more than 150 speakers, 500 investors, and 200 exhibitors from over 100 countries are expected to participate. Notable speakers include Arvind Jain of Glean, Hussain Sajwani of DAMAC Properties, and Duddilla Sridhar Babu from the Government of Telangana. Participating organizations include Amazon Web Services, Alibaba Cloud, and Mubadala, among others.